Pipe fitting welding courses

[Matt0029]

Would a welding course help a plumber cross over to pipefitting?

 

[king of pipes]

I was a commercial pipefitter welder for 35 years Heating and Gas my advice stick with gas work the trade is crippling I gave it up for domestic work which is far less punishing, welding is a horrible trade can you imagine working in fireproof overalls gauntlets full air fed head shield in mid summer like the one we just had absolutely exhausting . Kop

 

[Matt0029]

I'm wanting to up skill and the salary's looked good for pipefitting but I definitely get your point!

 

[king of pipes]

Go for it then mate only you can make that decision , it is rewarding when you finish a big job but it's a battle every day

 

[Matt0029]

Would a welding course be beneficial or would it be a total different ball game on pipework?

 

[ShaunCorbs]

I would say go for a coded course

 

[exedon2]

Had several years welding on pipelines (stovepipe welding) held at various times Lloyds class 1 ASME ix G6 ticket.
As KoP has said not healthiest job and unfortunately the days of
really high pay long gone.